2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 17 kg more than 2005 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 8C Competizione | B3000 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 80 mm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1483 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |